Giovanni Battista Rubini (7 April 1794 – 3 March 1854) was an Italian tenor, as famous in his time as Enrico Caruso in a later day. His ringing and expressive coloratura dexterity in the highest register of his voice, the tenorino, inspired the writing of operatic roles which today are almost impossible to cast. As a singer Rubini was the major early exponent of the Romantic style of the bel canto era of Vincenzo Bellini and Gaetano Donizetti.
Rubini is remembered as an extraordinary bel canto singer, one of the most famous in Europe in the 1820s to 1840s. He also popularized the use of a pervasive vibrato as a means of heightening the emotional impact of his operatic performances. However, if his upper register was exceptional—he could effortlessly go up to a "ringing" high F (F5) (a note that most tenors today escape because of their "chesty" technique)--, he was reported as barely audible in the others parts of his voice and his tone was "slightly veiled". He also had a limited volume control, struggling to produce mezzo-forte or mezzo-piano dynamics. On the other hand, he was admired for the "infectious" joy he took to sing, his great agility and refined musicianship.
Giovanni Battista, was a common Italian given name (see Battista for those with the surname) in the 16th-18th centuries, which in English means "John the Baptist". The French variation is "Jean-Baptiste". Common nicknames include Giambattista, Gianbattista, Giovambattista, or Giambo. The Genoese nickname was Baciccio, and a common shortening was Giovan Battista, Giobatta or simply G.B.. The people listed below are Italian unless noted otherwise.
Bruce Brewer Interview on GB Rubini, Caruso, Bel Canto
1973 Interview on Giovanni Battista Rubini, Bel Canto Style, Caruso style, on National Public Radio Washington DC, for his debut as Ferrando in Cosi Fan Tutte at the Washington Opera Society.
published: 13 Aug 2020
GIOVAN BATTISTA RUBINI
published: 23 Sep 2014
La Memoria - Giovanni Battista Rubini
Brittany Stewart, Soprano
Oavel Sulyandziga, Tenor
Juiling Hsu, Piano
Larei Cultural Centre, Vianden, Luxembourg
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
published: 22 Aug 2013
Bruce Brewer Tenor Interview on Bel Canto & Giovanni Battista Rubini, high Gs, high Fs, high Es
Bruce Brewer Tenor Interview on Bel Canto & Giovanni Battista Rubini
published: 16 Sep 2017
TEASER "Bruce Brewer Tenor" (high E5s, D5s, C5s and unique coloratura performance for tenor voice)
Extracts from Adriano in Sirio (Pergolesi) in Porporino Show (Aix en Provence Festival), Il Bravo (Marliani), L'Esule di Roma (Donizetti), Zoroastre (Rameau). Bruce Brewer recreated Giovanni Battista Rubini Art of singing, taught by Josephine Lucchese, herself taught by Virginia Colombati, whose father was taught by Rubini himself.
FIND FULL ARIAS IN Bruce Brewer Tenor Youtube Channel
published: 02 Dec 2017
Juan Diego Flórez - Roberto Abbado - Arias For Rubini
Juan Diego Flórez pays tribute to the great Giovanni Battista Rubini;
the operatic superstar who inspired the 'bel canto' composers and took the art of the tenor to thrilling new heights.
Soundtrack List :
Performed by Juan Diego Flórez; Roberto Abbado: St. Cecilia Academy Orchestra
00:00 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Nel Furor Del Tempesta
03:09 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Del Disastro
05:24 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Per Te Di Vane Lacrime
09:28 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Che Intesi...Oh Vendetta
14:22 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Deh! Troncate
18:01 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Vendicar
22:02 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: No, No Dabbandonarla
24:39 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: Di Mia Patria
27:14 - Donizetti: ...
published: 10 Aug 2022
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published: 08 Feb 2014
L'assessore Giovanni Rubini presenta la XXVIII edizione delle Vie del Cinema di Narni
published: 01 Aug 2022
I Puritani: "A te, o cara"
Javier Camarena sings Arturo's Act I aria from "I Puritani" at the final dress rehearsal. Production: Sandro Sequi. Conductor: Maurizio Benini. 2016-17 season.
published: 08 Feb 2017
Did Stefan Zucker come from the vocal lineage of Giovanni B. Rubini? U B the judge!
#4 in the "Treachery of Immoral Performances" Series.
1973 Interview on Giovanni Battista Rubini, Bel Canto Style, Caruso style, on National Public Radio Washington DC, for his debut as Ferrando in Cosi Fan Tutte a...
1973 Interview on Giovanni Battista Rubini, Bel Canto Style, Caruso style, on National Public Radio Washington DC, for his debut as Ferrando in Cosi Fan Tutte at the Washington Opera Society.
1973 Interview on Giovanni Battista Rubini, Bel Canto Style, Caruso style, on National Public Radio Washington DC, for his debut as Ferrando in Cosi Fan Tutte at the Washington Opera Society.
Extracts from Adriano in Sirio (Pergolesi) in Porporino Show (Aix en Provence Festival), Il Bravo (Marliani), L'Esule di Roma (Donizetti), Zoroastre (Rameau). B...
Extracts from Adriano in Sirio (Pergolesi) in Porporino Show (Aix en Provence Festival), Il Bravo (Marliani), L'Esule di Roma (Donizetti), Zoroastre (Rameau). Bruce Brewer recreated Giovanni Battista Rubini Art of singing, taught by Josephine Lucchese, herself taught by Virginia Colombati, whose father was taught by Rubini himself.
FIND FULL ARIAS IN Bruce Brewer Tenor Youtube Channel
Extracts from Adriano in Sirio (Pergolesi) in Porporino Show (Aix en Provence Festival), Il Bravo (Marliani), L'Esule di Roma (Donizetti), Zoroastre (Rameau). Bruce Brewer recreated Giovanni Battista Rubini Art of singing, taught by Josephine Lucchese, herself taught by Virginia Colombati, whose father was taught by Rubini himself.
FIND FULL ARIAS IN Bruce Brewer Tenor Youtube Channel
Juan Diego Flórez pays tribute to the great Giovanni Battista Rubini;
the operatic superstar who inspired the 'bel canto' composers and took the art of the ten...
Juan Diego Flórez pays tribute to the great Giovanni Battista Rubini;
the operatic superstar who inspired the 'bel canto' composers and took the art of the tenor to thrilling new heights.
Soundtrack List :
Performed by Juan Diego Flórez; Roberto Abbado: St. Cecilia Academy Orchestra
00:00 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Nel Furor Del Tempesta
03:09 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Del Disastro
05:24 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Per Te Di Vane Lacrime
09:28 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Che Intesi...Oh Vendetta
14:22 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Deh! Troncate
18:01 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Vendicar
22:02 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: No, No Dabbandonarla
24:39 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: Di Mia Patria
27:14 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: Ma Un Solo Conforto
31:44 - Rossini: Il Turco In Italia - Act 2: Intesi: Ah! Tutto Intesi
34:16 - Rossini: Il Turco In Italia - Act 2: Se Il Mio Rival
37:27 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Tutti Siam
42:38 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Eccomi Alfin
44:19 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - All'Udir Del Padre
47:17 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Degna Suora
48:03 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Odo Il Tuo Pianto
52:10 - Rossini: La Donna Del Lago - Pace Non Trovo
53:07 - Rossini: La Donna Del Lago - Tu Sorda Ai Miei Lamenti
55:13 - Rossini: La Donna Del Lago - Ah Come Nascondere
58:54 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: Non Mi Lasciare
1:02:28 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: O Muto Asil
1:05:56 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: Vendetta
1:08:08 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: Corriam
Juan Diego Flórez pays tribute to the great Giovanni Battista Rubini;
the operatic superstar who inspired the 'bel canto' composers and took the art of the tenor to thrilling new heights.
Soundtrack List :
Performed by Juan Diego Flórez; Roberto Abbado: St. Cecilia Academy Orchestra
00:00 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Nel Furor Del Tempesta
03:09 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Del Disastro
05:24 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Per Te Di Vane Lacrime
09:28 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Che Intesi...Oh Vendetta
14:22 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Deh! Troncate
18:01 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Vendicar
22:02 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: No, No Dabbandonarla
24:39 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: Di Mia Patria
27:14 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: Ma Un Solo Conforto
31:44 - Rossini: Il Turco In Italia - Act 2: Intesi: Ah! Tutto Intesi
34:16 - Rossini: Il Turco In Italia - Act 2: Se Il Mio Rival
37:27 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Tutti Siam
42:38 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Eccomi Alfin
44:19 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - All'Udir Del Padre
47:17 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Degna Suora
48:03 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Odo Il Tuo Pianto
52:10 - Rossini: La Donna Del Lago - Pace Non Trovo
53:07 - Rossini: La Donna Del Lago - Tu Sorda Ai Miei Lamenti
55:13 - Rossini: La Donna Del Lago - Ah Come Nascondere
58:54 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: Non Mi Lasciare
1:02:28 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: O Muto Asil
1:05:56 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: Vendetta
1:08:08 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: Corriam
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Javier Camarena sings Arturo's Act I aria from "I Puritani" at the final dress rehearsal. Production: Sandro Sequi. Conductor: Maurizio Benini. 2016-17 season.
Javier Camarena sings Arturo's Act I aria from "I Puritani" at the final dress rehearsal. Production: Sandro Sequi. Conductor: Maurizio Benini. 2016-17 season.
Javier Camarena sings Arturo's Act I aria from "I Puritani" at the final dress rehearsal. Production: Sandro Sequi. Conductor: Maurizio Benini. 2016-17 season.
1973 Interview on Giovanni Battista Rubini, Bel Canto Style, Caruso style, on National Public Radio Washington DC, for his debut as Ferrando in Cosi Fan Tutte at the Washington Opera Society.
Extracts from Adriano in Sirio (Pergolesi) in Porporino Show (Aix en Provence Festival), Il Bravo (Marliani), L'Esule di Roma (Donizetti), Zoroastre (Rameau). Bruce Brewer recreated Giovanni Battista Rubini Art of singing, taught by Josephine Lucchese, herself taught by Virginia Colombati, whose father was taught by Rubini himself.
FIND FULL ARIAS IN Bruce Brewer Tenor Youtube Channel
Juan Diego Flórez pays tribute to the great Giovanni Battista Rubini;
the operatic superstar who inspired the 'bel canto' composers and took the art of the tenor to thrilling new heights.
Soundtrack List :
Performed by Juan Diego Flórez; Roberto Abbado: St. Cecilia Academy Orchestra
00:00 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Nel Furor Del Tempesta
03:09 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Del Disastro
05:24 - Bellini: Il Pirata - Act 1: Per Te Di Vane Lacrime
09:28 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Che Intesi...Oh Vendetta
14:22 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Deh! Troncate
18:01 - Rossini: Elisabetta, Regina D'Inghilterra - Vendicar
22:02 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: No, No Dabbandonarla
24:39 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: Di Mia Patria
27:14 - Donizetti: Marino Falliero - Act 1: Ma Un Solo Conforto
31:44 - Rossini: Il Turco In Italia - Act 2: Intesi: Ah! Tutto Intesi
34:16 - Rossini: Il Turco In Italia - Act 2: Se Il Mio Rival
37:27 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Tutti Siam
42:38 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Eccomi Alfin
44:19 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - All'Udir Del Padre
47:17 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Degna Suora
48:03 - Bellini: Bianca E Fernando - Odo Il Tuo Pianto
52:10 - Rossini: La Donna Del Lago - Pace Non Trovo
53:07 - Rossini: La Donna Del Lago - Tu Sorda Ai Miei Lamenti
55:13 - Rossini: La Donna Del Lago - Ah Come Nascondere
58:54 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: Non Mi Lasciare
1:02:28 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: O Muto Asil
1:05:56 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: Vendetta
1:08:08 - Rossini: William Tell - Act 4: Corriam
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Javier Camarena sings Arturo's Act I aria from "I Puritani" at the final dress rehearsal. Production: Sandro Sequi. Conductor: Maurizio Benini. 2016-17 season.
Giovanni Battista Rubini (7 April 1794 – 3 March 1854) was an Italian tenor, as famous in his time as Enrico Caruso in a later day. His ringing and expressive coloratura dexterity in the highest register of his voice, the tenorino, inspired the writing of operatic roles which today are almost impossible to cast. As a singer Rubini was the major early exponent of the Romantic style of the bel canto era of Vincenzo Bellini and Gaetano Donizetti.
Rubini is remembered as an extraordinary bel canto singer, one of the most famous in Europe in the 1820s to 1840s. He also popularized the use of a pervasive vibrato as a means of heightening the emotional impact of his operatic performances. However, if his upper register was exceptional—he could effortlessly go up to a "ringing" high F (F5) (a note that most tenors today escape because of their "chesty" technique)--, he was reported as barely audible in the others parts of his voice and his tone was "slightly veiled". He also had a limited volume control, struggling to produce mezzo-forte or mezzo-piano dynamics. On the other hand, he was admired for the "infectious" joy he took to sing, his great agility and refined musicianship.